Lauren Bradley, LCSW
Message from Lauren
I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you’re facing—whether it’s healing from trauma, navigating a life transition, or managing feelings of depression and anxiety. I believe that therapy is a powerful tool for growth and healing, providing a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, gain new perspectives, and develop coping strategies. Together, we’ll work on building the tools and insights you need to achieve greater mental and emotional well-being. I specialize in a wide range of areas, including anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma and post-traumatic stress, sexual violence, grief and loss, coping with chronic illness or cancer, life transitions, relationship and family issues, women’s and men’s health, infertility, as well as caregiver distress and burnout.
About Lauren's practice
Weekends 9am - 5pm
Weekdays 9am - 5pm
Weekends After 5pm
Weekdays After 5pm
Weekdays Before 9am
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Sliding scale
Directive
Reflective
In-person available: No
Virtual available: Yes
Anxiety
Trauma
Self-Esteem
Life Transitions
Career-Related Stress
Depression
Family Dynamics
Intrusive Thoughts
Beacon
Independence Blue Cross
Oxford
Oscar
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Aetna Student Health
UMR
Aetna
Cigna
United / Oxford
Blue Cross Blue Shield BCBS
Optum
Anthem
NJ + 1 more
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Get to Know Lauren
What degrees do you have and what techniques are you trained in?
I earned my Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based treatments, such as Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Complicated Grief, and Motivational Interviewing.
What is the best part of the work for you?
One of the most valuable aspects of my therapeutic approach is being authentic and genuine in sessions. I believe that when I bring my true self into our work together, it fosters a more open and honest environment. By being real and transparent, I create a space where clients feel more comfortable sharing their own thoughts and feelings. This authenticity helps build trust and rapport, making it easier for clients to engage deeply in the therapeutic process. My aim is to model openness and vulnerability, which can encourage clients to explore their own emotions and experiences more freely and effectively.
How participatory are you during sessions?
I take a very participatory approach in sessions. While I provide a space for clients to express themselves freely, I also actively engage in the conversation, offering insights, feedback, and guidance. My goal is to create a collaborative environment where we work together to explore challenges, identify solutions, and foster growth. Depending on the client’s needs, I may ask thought-provoking questions, offer coping strategies, or help explore deeper emotions and patterns. It's important to me that sessions are dynamic and tailored to each person’s unique situation.